The Parish Council is invited to comment on all planning applications applicable to Heath Charnock, however any decision rests with Chorley Council, or in certain cases Lancashire County Council. Most planning applications are determined by the planning staff, under delegated powers, but major applications will go before Chorley Council’s Development Control Committee, when the Parish Council may make representation.

The Parish Council’s comments will be visible on Chorley Council’s website, where planning applications may be viewed: